Italy Florence Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Florence is moderate
December is moderate for Florence.
Christmas markets at Piazza Santa Croce — Florence's most-magical season. Outside Christmas Eve/NYE, hotels still moderate.
Travel score
Florence December Weather Stats
Avg High
11°C
Avg Low
3°C
Rainy Days
10
80mm total
Sunshine
3h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
humid
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
12°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
28 μg/m³
PM10
50 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
9°C
Nighttime
1°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Christmas markets
- Truffle season continuing
- Lower than peak prices (outside Dec 23-Jan 1)
- Lights + decorations
Cons
- 11/3°C cold + damp
- Rain 10 days/month
- Sunset 16:35
- Dec 23-Jan 1 hotel premiums
December Events & Festivals
- Christmas markets at Piazza Santa Croce + Piazza dei Ciompi
- New Year's Eve celebrations
- Korean Christmas holidays
Florence in December — Full Picture
Christmas markets at Piazza Santa Croce — Florence's most-magical season. Outside Christmas Eve/NYE, hotels still moderate.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cold + damp. Heavy coat, scarf, waterproof shoes, gloves.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.7°C
8.3°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.7°C
17.3°C
6.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
20.3°C
10°C
9.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current11°C
2.7°C
9.3/mo
Florence Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10° | 2° | 9d·65mm | 3h | 79% | 1 | Quiet | Peak | |
| 12° | 3° | 9d·70mm | 4h | 76% | 2 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 15° | 5° | 9d·75mm | 5h | 70% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 8° | 10d·75mm | 6h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 23° | 12° | 9d·65mm | 7h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 27° | 16° | 7d·50mm | 9h | 60% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 31° | 18° | 5d·35mm | 10h | 60% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 18° | 7d·50mm | 9h | 60% | 7 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 26° | 14° | 8d·75mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 21° | 10° | 10d·90mm | 5h | 73% | 3 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 6° | 11d·110mm | 3h | 78% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 3° | 10d·80mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Florence December Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Florence?
Florence in December is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Florence in December?
Florence December averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C.
Does it rain much in Florence in December?
Florence December averages 80mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Florence in December?
Cold + damp. Heavy coat, scarf, waterproof shoes, gloves.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Florence in December?
Florence December sunrise is 07:45 and sunset is 16:40, with 8h 55min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Florence in December?
Florence December air quality (AQI) averages 70, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 28μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Florence in December?
In December, Florence is great for Christmas markets, Uffizi + Accademia (low queues), Christmas + NYE concerts.
Is December peak season in Florence?
Florence December crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.